The Andrews Labor government has lifted its freeze on late-night liquor licences in the inner-city municipalities of Melbourne, Port Phillip, Yarra and Stonnington to support Melbourne’s night-time economy.
Anthony Carbines, the acting Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation, made the announcement on July 4, saying that it is in line with the government’s election promise to grow the hospitality and live music industry.
“We’re revitalising our world-famous night-time economy and addressing alcohol-related harm and anti-social behaviour,” said Carbines, who also believes that this lift will help ensure Melbourne can remain one of the world’s live music capitals….